Ready to recruit, hire, onboard, and retain autistic employees with confidence? You’re in the right place. Our expert-designed Employer Training Series equips you with the insights, strategies, and tools to create a truly inclusive workplace.
Start with our introductory course — What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? — free for everyone. From there, explore the full training series through your membership plan. In just 90 minutes, you can complete the core courses and earn 1.5 continuing education credits (SHRM eligible).
Looking for more? Members also receive access to a growing library of supplemental eCourses to deepen your learning on workplace inclusion topics such as mental health and emotional regulation in the workplace. Standard and Elite Members also enjoy exclusive access to additional training content through our partnership with the Autism Society of America (ASA). (See Membership Plans for more details)
No matter your starting point, our training options make it easy to take meaningful steps toward sustainable inclusion.
The five-part Employer Training Series includes an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), training on recruiting qualified candidates with ASD, best practices on hiring and onboarding qualified candidates with autism, keys to successful support and providing accommodations for autistic employees in the workplace, and detailed information on the positive impact that comes with hiring employees with ASD. Real-life examples of adults with ASD working across industries are included throughout the eCourses. All information embedded within the series is rooted in evidence-based practices for ASD.
Learn how ASD is diagnosed and treated.
Understand the strengths and challenged of individuals with ASD.
Identify at least three evidence-based practices for autistic individuals.
Keys to Successful Support and Providing Accommodations
The five-part Employer Training Series includes an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), training on recruiting qualified candidates with ASD, best practices on hiring and onboarding qualified candidates with autism, keys to successful support and providing accommodations for autistic employees in the workplace, and detailed information on the positive impact that comes with hiring employees with ASD. Real-life examples of adults with ASD working across industries are included throughout the eCourses. All information embedded within the series is rooted in evidence-based practices for ASD.
Learn about keys to success when supervising and supporting employees with autism.
Identify evidence-based accommodations that support the needs of employees with autism while they are on the job.
Learn about first-hand success stories of companies currently employing and supporting individuals on the spectrum.
Recruiting Qualified Candidates with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The five-part Employer Training Series includes an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), training on recruiting qualified candidates with ASD, best practices on hiring and onboarding qualified candidates with autism, keys to successful support and providing accommodations for autistic employees in the workplace, and detailed information on the positive impact that comes with hiring employees with ASD. Real-life examples of adults with ASD working across industries are included throughout the eCourses. All information embedded within the series is rooted in evidence-based practices for ASD.
Analyze current workforce and recruitment partners.
Identify non-profit organizations that work directly with autistic individuals and their families.
Develop a plan to partner with a supported employment agency.
Describe ways to join national efforts on increasing employment opportunities for individuals with autism and related disabilities.
Hiring and Onboarding Qualified Candidates with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The five-part Employer Training Series includes an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), training on recruiting qualified candidates with ASD, best practices on hiring and onboarding qualified candidates with autism, keys to successful support and providing accommodations for autistic employees in the workplace, and detailed information on the positive impact that comes with hiring employees with ASD. Real-life examples of adults with ASD working across industries are included throughout the eCourses. All information embedded within the series is rooted in evidence-based practices for ASD.
Investigate reasonable accommodations for hiring and onboarding practices to include, but not limited to, the interview process and onboarding support.
Diagnose where these accommodations can be made within your company, currently and in the future.
Affecting Your Bottom Line, The Impact of Hiring Individuals with ASD
The five-part Employer Training Series includes an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), training on recruiting qualified candidates with ASD, best practices on hiring and onboarding qualified candidates with autism, keys to successful support and providing accommodations for autistic employees in the workplace, and detailed information on the positive impact that comes with hiring employees with ASD. Real-life examples of adults with ASD working across industries are included throughout the eCourses. All information embedded within the series is rooted in evidence-based practices for ASD.
Analyze the financial impact of hiring autistic employees.
Learn about how to increase your company’s productivity and retention.
Diagnose ways in which you can enhance your company’s culture and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
These supplemental trainings offer in-depth information on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the workplace. All content is grounded in evidence-based practices. These eCourses compliment the five eCourses that align with the official UCE Roadmap and Manual. These courses are not a part of the collection of SHRM-approved courses.
These are included in all Standard and Elite Memberships.
Supplemental courses include:
“Supporting Emotional Regulation in the Workplace” - Participants will learn about emotional regulation and its impact on independence and success in the workplace, how to identify internal and external causes of dysregulation, and understand the causes and functions of unconventional behaviors.
“How to Create a Psychologically Safe Workplace for All” - This supplemental training offers information on mental health and psychological safety in the workplace. Although this course is beneficial for all, it is especially helpful when working with individuals with autism. It includes an overview of psychological safety, information on the positive impact of creating a psychologically safe work environment, and keys to helping foster and support this type of work environment for all.
